Reviews

Absolutely loved it

Dare I say better than 20th century girl?

I truly loved this movie, it was silly, just the right amount of quirky and it was so good it even had my family who don’t consume asian content invested 😂

The only thing that I found a bit disappointing is how they depicted curly hair as ‘ugly’ but its wonderful how the message in the end is that her hair is just as equally beautiful and she left her hair curly ❤️

The couple was so adorable and had so much chemistry 🥹 I’ll definitely be rewatching this sometime again, i’ve felt so many butterflies watching their budding romance develop throughout the movie. I recommend it!

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BEING LOVED FOR WHO YOU ARE AT YOUR CORE.

WHY WAS THIS EVERYTHING AND MORE.

"i always thought i needed to change myself because i wasn't worthy of love. Be prettier than i was for you, or get better so you would notice. but now, i don't think about that.not around this other guy i like, anyway"

BRUH. this hit home. FL Seri: bright, happy, empathetic, and puts others before herself. insecure and always compared to her sister. never successful in love. She's the sunshine--but she feels as though she has to mold herself to fit what her crush wants her to. i felt myself in her. she thinks she's hard to love, ugly, undeserving. but all along, there has been someone who loves her as she is. loves her for herself, her hair she hates... loves her for being her. loves her like it's nothing. and that my friends is why i sobbed at the end of this. HELLO. she is so sweet. so caring. loved the initial confession scene-- so raw. so sweet. so thoughtful.

seri liked this his hot, flashy guy, but in reality, there was yunseok in the background, secretly caring for her and admiring her. even helping her with her preparations to confess to the other guy. UGH I CRIED. the way yunseok helped her fold the triangle things, showed up at her test, never forgot any details, admired her hair as it was and hated that she wanted to change it... putting together that book, loving her just as she is. ugh, what a man. what a relationship. i love them. this was perfect. 9.5/10 cuz it was lowk cliche (him moving to america lmfao), but it was done so well. ugh.

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Stop putting movies down because you're a sheep.

"Well I don't know I can name like 300 movies exactly like this one🙄" - Says every other review under this movie without naming a single other movie like Love Untangled

Before anyone else asks, there are no other Korean movies that follow the same plot as Love Untangled. (I'm sure you could find many other Asian feel-good movies that leave you with a similar warm and satisfied feeling inside though.)

If you want something with a similar feel try 'Flipped' a classic American movie. Lots of reviews are exaggeratedly saying that this movie felt familiar to older romance movies, but there's nothing quite like Love Untangled out there. It's unique plot wise and leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside (maybe a teardrop or two.), I'm really disappointed with reviews like this trying to put it down slightly, yes it follows a cliche of 'Female Lead figures out she's in love with Second Male Lead instead of Male Lead' with that coming of age finding yourself feel, but ya know Male Lead is usually a butthole which is what the writers do to push viewers into liking Second Lead more.

I'm happy Love Untangled didn't do this, it's nice to feel a bit regretful for FL because Hyun was indeed handsome and kind to add on top of that, but we also don't dwell on it too much because we can see valid reasons as to why FL went with SML (not just 'oh she found out her crush was a jerk then realized she likes SML instead' like SML is some sort of rebound which is usually what movies like this went with kekek).

Love Untangled isn't basic it just follows an old romance cliche and gives us a fresh take on it. ^^

There's no need to put movies or shows down for bringing us a bit of a splash from the past, aren't people always going on about how they want things to feel like they did in the past? This movie does just that without feeling overly repetitive.

If you're going through the reviews trying to figure out whether or not to watch it I say just do so, don't let these negative nancies deter you away from a genuinely good film!!

(Personal Recommendations for similar feeling movies below:

20th Century Girl
Tune in for Love
A love so Beautiful
Our beloved Summer
My Girl
You are the Apple of my Eye (Taiwanese)
Cheer up, Mr. Lee (non romance)
Big World (non romance)
A Little Thing Called Love (Thai)
Love O2O (Chinese)
My Sassy Girl
Newtopia
The Heirs (more of a F4 vibe)
The Fault in Our Stars (Western)
When I Fly Towards You (Chinese, Yes I know you've likely heard of it kekek)
My Love, Enlighten Me (Chinese)
Because this is my First Life
Our Unwritten Seoul
Your Lie in April (Japanese)
I hear your voice )

None of them are the same plot but they have the same nostalgic warm feel, some do adhere to the 'love yourself as you are' 'awkward but cute' teen romance cliche ^^

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Weird things happened to me after watching this movie…

It’s 3 am. A
I’m convinced this movie is when it all started. In an effort to bring the magic of that movie into my boring real life, I convinced my friends to take a trip to the beach with me.

I took things too far, splashing an arm full of water over my friend’s head when she wasn’t looking. My hand felt wrong, too light. My ring was missing.

He didn’t introduce himself.
Didn’t say much at all. Just -

“Hold out your hand.”

ATTENTION ALL KDRAMA FANS,
“You’re writing a review after watching another K-drama. You take a trip after watching a K-drama that you love but depresses you about your boring life. And suddenly, there’s a guy at your door claiming he knows you. And his voice sounds so… familiar.”
I present…a Kdrama review with an insane TWIST!
I’m a hopeless romantic who’s spent the last few years watching every love story I can find. I started a blog thinking it would just be reviews and musings… but then I had a little fun imagining what would happen if the tropes of my favorite dramas started showing up in real life.

If you’re curious to see a hopeless romantic get pulled into her own imagined drama, you can read it here: [https://open.substack.com/pub/themosthopelessromantic/p/you-are-the-apple-of-my-eye-a-really?r=2zjt5d&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web]
Would love to hear your thoughts as I build my new blog! All help and reads are immensely appreciated!

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Cute, heartwarming, and nostalgic.

"I always thought I had to change for someone to like me."
"I like every version of you."

Set in the 1990s, Love Untangled is a romantic comedy and youth movie about high school romance, friendships, and self-love. It follows Park Se-ri as she tries to navigate through the formative years of her life. Her most pressing problem? Finding the courage to confess to her crush. Just like Se-ri, I must confess — when I first read the premise, I rolled my eyes. I thought this movie was going to be one of those outdated stories that reinforce the toxic belief that you must conform to societal beauty standards in order to be accepted and loved, but it wasn't like that at all.

Instead, the writers took a "love yourself" and "you are beautiful just the way you are" approach, and I'm so thankful for that. The concept might be familiar, and therefore predictable, but the actors' delightful performances make the story feel relatable and engaging. The movie reminds us that diversity is beautiful and receiving genuine affection doesn't require us to sacrifice our true selves. It is a much needed reminder in a world that is constantly trying to change us.

With likable characters and an uplifting message, Love Untangled delivers just enough high school nostalgia, genuine friendship, and awkward first love to leave me grinning. I recommend it for those in search of a cute and feel-good story.

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Cute Movie

What a lovely, adorable movie. Definitely a story for a light weekend. Not too serious or heavy with a happy ending.

The late 1990s feels & astetics was nicely done. The trope of falling for the cute guy while the new transfer student comes in and slowly steals your heart...nicely done.

Also, the FMC's relationship with her hair is a real thing many girls, all over the world, can deal with at one time in their lives. I liked her realization that she didn't have to change her hair to be liked.

Also, the cameos of Gong Yoo and Jung Yu-mi were fantastic. 😘😘😘

I'd definitely watch it again for that nostalgia factor of the late 1990s teenage, dramatic romance movies.

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Love, Healing, and Hop

I watched this movie many years ago, but it’s still one that I can’t forget. The story is emotional and heartwarming, showing how two people with painful pasts find comfort and hope in each other. It’s not just about romance, it’s about healing, second chances, and the courage to keep moving forward.

What really stayed with me was the feeling: some scenes broke my heart, while others filled me with warmth and hope. It’s the kind of film that makes you reflect on love, sacrifice, and the beauty of simple moments in life.

And of course, one of the main reasons I loved it even more is Yokohama Ryusei. He is one of my favorite Japanese actors, and his performance in this movie was so sincere and touching. He brought so much depth to the character, making the story even more powerful.

Even though I don’t remember every detail after all these years, I remember how it made me feel: inspired, emotional, and truly moved. If you want to watch a Japanese movie that stays with you long after the credits roll, this is one I’d recommend.

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Love Untangled is a movie that gives you a warm, good feeling and a little nostalgic

At first, I wasn’t sure about the male lead; his character felt a bit flat, but as the story unfolded, his acting truly impressed me. He brought out the emotions of friendship, love, and growth in a genuinely heartfelt way.

Shin Eun Soo was the main reason I started watching, and she didn’t disappoint. Her performance was heartfelt and natural, making the story feel warm and relatable.

What really touched me was how the MOVIE captured the beauty of youth, that stage in life where friendships are pure, love feels new and unforgettable, and every small moment shines. It reminded me that sometimes the best parts of life are the simple joys of being young, free, and in love.

A sweet, healing drama that leaves you smiling and a little nostalgic.

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"Love Untangled" Silly Yet Surprisingly Enjoyable

“Love Untangled” is a light, cute movie with an extremely silly plot. As a curly-haired girl, I couldn’t help but laugh at how dumb some parts were, but knowing Korea’s beauty standards, it weirdly made sense.

Plot & Themes:
The story is very extra and definitely cringe-worthy, but honestly, that seemed to be the vibe they were going for. If you’re expecting a deep or realistic plot, this isn’t it, but if you’re in the mood for something playful and over-the-top, it works. It gave me similar feelings to True Beauty, fun and charming for some, but secondhand embarrassment for others.

Cast & Characters:
The cast was surprisingly solid. At first I was worried about the age gap between the leads, but their chemistry turned out great and my concern faded quickly. The FL has an energetic, bubbly personality, while the ML is a poor traumatized kid from Seoul—and together they just click.

Ending & Pacing:
I wasn’t a fan of the ending. The sudden departure felt unnecessary—I would’ve liked to see more of them actually dating. It didn’t ruin the whole thing, but it left me a bit unsatisfied.

Recommendation:
Would I recommend it? Honestly, it depends. If you don’t like cringy, absurd vibes, this really isn’t for you. But if you’re okay with campy, exaggerated fun, you might enjoy it more than you’d expect. It’s not a masterpiece, but it’s a nice watch if you go in with the right mindset and don't take it too seriously.

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A little bit of hope and sweetness

A cute movie def made in and for Netflix, surprisingly fun, endearing, and at times (rarely) quite deep.
Netflix's generic tone and format made the story feel artificial, but I still found it to be quite charming.
The theme of domestic violence deserved more prominence in the movie. The entire segment was rushed, and as expected from Netflix and kdramaland, they simply used tragic events as special effects or shock value, instead of truly tackling this type of subject with proper writing (psychology, introspection, relevant dialogues, etc.).
Despite this serious flaw, I do recommend this movie. I had a good time. The last part felt rushed, but I don't regret watching it. It was quite inspiring, but I don't think it's really rewatchable.

The whole scene where the ml and his mother are crying together in the hospital made me cry, it was such a well-acted scene! I really liked Gong Myung's performance, I think he did a really good job, and the whole cast was actually quite nice, but their acting wasn't that interesting, the fl was cute but her perf was simply ok.

It's most definitely not a movie that engage your brain lol, but it has some sparkles in it, many scenes and vibes bringing a little bit of hope and sweetness in the heart of the youth.

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From Curls to Confidence: A Heartwarming 90s Nostalgia Trip

A feel-good, coming-of-age movie set in the nostalgic late '90s, with a wonderful cast that truly shines. As teens, we’ve all had insecurities—wanting to fit in, wishing for straight hair instead of curls. This film captures those relatable moments perfectly, bringing back memories of youth. It’s reminiscent of "20th Century Girl," but thankfully skips the unnecessary sad ending.

Shin Eun Soo is spot-on for her role, and I was shocked to learn Gong Myung is over 30—he nails the high school vibe effortlessly. It’s not a masterpiece, but it doesn’t need to be. This movie is a lighthearted, easy watch that’s not meant to be overanalyzed—just sit back and enjoy it!

I would have loved to learn more about how the main lead overcame his struggles with moving to America or his relationship with his dad, but I understand that might have dragged the movie out too long.

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